Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh – 3 July 2025
Young innovators from Telangana, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha gathered in Hyderabad to meet Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma. These students, part of the Junicorn100K initiative by the International Startup Foundation (ISF), shared their innovative ideas aimed at improving rural India.
Mr. J A Chowdary, Dr. Siva Mahesh Tangutooru, and Mr. Seshadri Vangala, leaders of ISF, guided the delegation. Ms. Vishala and Ms. Padma Alluri, key ISF volunteers, supported the students in their journey from local to global stages.
Governor’s Encouragement
Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma praised the students’ passion and vision. He expressed pride in their representation of India on international platforms like the ISF Global Junicorn & AI Summit in the USA. He highlighted their role as the future of India.
Statements from ISF Leaders
Mr. J A Chowdary called the Governor’s support a significant boost for recognizing rural talent. Dr. Siva Mahesh Tangutooru emphasized the importance of empowering 100,000 rural student innovators. Mr. Seshadri Vangala noted that these students are not just dreamers but active participants in change.
Future Plans
This meeting marks a pivotal step in promoting rural youth innovation, with ISF driving the mission forward in collaboration with various partners.
